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President of the National Youth Council of Dominica Phael Lander has told the youth as the new year begins he is moved by the dedication and impact each of them has had in the various communities. He says their unwavering commitment, innovation and passion have been the driving forces behind transformative forces that continue to shape the world. Lander says the journey has been marked by remarkable achievements, collaborations that transcend boundaries, and a shared vision for a world founded on inclusivity, equity and progress. #youth #Dominica #NYCD

Creating a budget is an essential step in managing your finances effectively. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you create a budget: 1. Determine your income: Calculate your total monthly income from all sources. Include your salary, freelance work, side hustles, and any other sources of income. 2. Track your expenses: Track your expenses for a month to get an accurate picture of your spending habits. Categorize your expenses, such as housing, transportation, groceries, utilities, entertainment, and debt payments. 3. Analyze your spending: Review your expenses and identify areas where you can cut back or make adjustments. Look for any unnecessary expenses or areas where you can save money. 4. Set financial goals: Determine your short-term and long-term financial goals. Examples could be saving for a down payment on a house, paying off debt, or building an emergency fund. Having clear goals will help you prioritize your spending. 5. Allocate your income: Divide your income into different categories based on your expenses and financial goals. Start with essential expenses like housing, utilities, and groceries. Then allocate funds for savings, debt payments, and discretionary spending. 6. Create a budgeting system: Choose a budgeting system that works for you. You can use a spreadsheet, budgeting apps, or even a pen and paper. The key is to find a system that you are comfortable with and can easily track your income and expenses. 7. Monitor and adjust: Regularly monitor your budget and track your expenses to ensure you are staying on track. Make adjustments as needed, especially if your income or expenses change. 8. Save for emergencies: Set aside a portion of your income each month for unexpected expenses or emergencies. Aim to build an emergency fund that covers at least three to six months of living expenses. Remember, creating a budget is a dynamic process, and it may take some time to find the right balance. Be patient and flexible, and make adjustments as needed to achieve your financial goals. #budgeting

Energy Minister Vince Henderson says Dominica has gone through several processes, and now stands at the belief that a $13.5M bank guarantee to construct the geothermal plant is the best that can be achieved at this time. He has not ruled out that the deal is not without its own challenges, however notes that the nature of geothermal power requires that certain obligations and responsibilities are taken on. Meanwhile, though Opposition Senator Delbert Paris acknowledges the efforts by government towards geothermal energy, he says it is very interesting that at this time of Dominica's development, with changing global economic climate, the government is asking the only indigenous bank to put on hold $13.5M as a guarantee for this project. #energy #geothermal #creditguarantee

Embracing Opportunities for Newness I greet you with the warmth and love which represents the Yuletide season. As Christmas turns into New Years, Team Unity Dominica (TUD) takes this opportunity to connect with each and every Dominican. We wish you the best of what they wish for yourself. By extension, however, we wish every Dominican family, community and the nation in general, thriving success and unbounded progress in the new year and beyond. A nation is stronger when its people thrive, and families are the bedrock of fledgling societies.That is why TUD declares 2024 as a year for healthy family relations and thriving communities. We make this declaration as our pledge of our commitment to serving the people in more progressive ways. Each era offers opportunities for newness, so let us use 2024 as a springboard to real political progress in Dominica. My message for you for the upcoming year is quite simple: Let us treat 2024 as the first ray of sunlight on the Dominican political landscape. Our country desperately needs this new light. Fellow Dominicans, Jane “Nightbird” Marczewski puts it best when she said that “You cannot wait until life isn’t hard anymore before you decide to be happy”. Let us seek to be happy amidst the difficult moments which may confront in 2024. Team Unity Dominica -A New Era of Politics in Dominica- Our Nation’s Hope #Politics #Dominica #TUD

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Management of the Dominica Hospitals Authority (DHA) has revealed the names of the persons who will serve on the board for the next 2 years. There are: Dr Donald Peters - Chairman, Dr Kenneth Darroux- Deputy Chairman Members: Augustus Etienne, Dr Victor Emmanuel, Diane Blandford, Dr Shannon John, Jeffrey Baptiste, Joanne Bellot, Colleen D. Felix Grant Ex-officio non-voting members: Chief Executive Officer -Dominica Hospitals Authority Chief Medical Officer- Ministry of Health, Wellness & Social Services Hospital Medical Director- Dominica Hospitals Authority #hospital #Board #CommonwealthofDOMINICA

With the life of CREAD coming to a close on December 31st, 2023 some of its work was transitioned to other ministries, but the majority will be taken over by a 'resilience unit' within the ministry of finance, part of which will be the major capital projects office. Finance Minister Dr Irving McIntyre says the work of the Climate Resilience Executive agency for Dominica- CREAD has been guided by six result areas, strong communities, robust economy, well planned & durable infrastructure, enhanced collective consciousness, strengthened institutional systems and protected and sustainably leveraged natural and other unique assets. Clip Irving28 Duration:1min Dr McIntyre says though CREAD was created in 2018 after Hurricane Maria in 2017 and they set out the agenda so that Dominica can become the first climate resilient nation by 2030, this can only be achieved if everyone joins in these resilience efforts. #resilience #Dominica

The Government of Dominica has approved a reduction in the prices of petroleum products after a review of prices for the regulatory cycle November 27-December 15. Effective December 27, 2023, the new retail price for gasoline is $13.91 per gallon, a reduction of $0.34 or 2.4%. The price of diesel has been reduced to $13.41 per gallon by $0.89 or 6.2% and kerosene to $11.32 per gallon, a reduction of $1.41 or 11%. The decrease in commodity prices is based on an increase in US crude production which has resulted in a surge in inventory available on the market. The Government of Dominica says it will continue to implement measures to mitigate inflation and cushion the impact of adverse market forces on consumers #fuel #prices #decrease

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Deputy Chief of Police, Lincoln Corbette has confirmed that Chief of Police, Daniel Carbon is expected to proceed on pre-retirement leave from the 1st of January 2024. #retirement #policenews

Deputy Police Chief Lincoln Corbette says police are concerned about the number of murders on the island, including the nature of those murders. He noted that they are getting more heinous and vicious. He also says police are deeply concerned about the use of firearms in committing these murders. #murder #policenews

Head of the Criminal Investigations Department George Theophile says he has been mandated to ensure that a robust crime prevention strategy has been implemented to enhance the safety and security of residents and visitors to the country during this peak season. The CID has been engaged in patrols in the city of Roseau & environs. #safety #police #Christmas